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A nurse is performing triage in the emergency department. Which of the following clients should the nurse see FIRST? 1. A client with an open fracture of the left femur. BP 110/60, P 86, R 20, T 99.2° F (37.3° C). 2. A client complaining of a "crushing" headache. BP 160/ 100, P 76, R 18, T 98.4° F (36.9° C). 3. A client with burns on the face, chest, and hands. BP 120/80, P 100, R 24, T 98.8° F (37° C). 4. A client with type 1 diabetes. Blood sugar 480 mg/dL. BP 100/60, P 100, R 26, T 99.4° F (37.4° C).

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